ACTIVITIES OUTSIDE OF THE COLUMBIA AREA 1/20-2/9/2016

We have such a variety of events and activities around our area. From art to music and everything in between. If you are looking for entertainment for kids or just the adults you will find it all around South Carolina.

Sundays – Sundays Unplugged at the Chapman Cultural Center in Spartanburg. Relax, unwind, and unplug while enjoying the galleries and live entertainment. For more information call (864) 542-2787 or visit http://www.chapmanculturalcenter.org/events.

Through January 27 – “Awakening Your Psyche” at the Spartanburg Public Library headquarters location in Spartanburg. This exhibit is sure to mesmerize you “as if entering the space of your own mind.” For more information call (864) 596-3500 or visit http://www.infodepot.org/zS1/Exhibits.asp#/?i=1.

Through January 31 – “The Forgotten War: Korea 1950-1953” at the Upcountry History Museum on the Furman College campus in Greenville. This exhibit commemorates the service, sacrifice, and great contributions of those who fought in this forgotten war. For more information call (864) 467-3100 or visit http://www.upcountryhistory.org/changing-exhibits/current-exhibits/.

Through January 31 – “Experiencing the Atomic Threat, 1945-1965” at the Upcountry History Museum on the Furman College campus in Greenville. This traveling exhibit explores the ways Americans experienced the threat of Atomic war in their lives. For more information call (864) 467-3100 or visit http://www.upcountryhistory.org/changing-exhibits/.

Through February 14 – “Of the Earth” at the Dalton Gallery in the Center for the Arts in Rock Hill. This exhibit displays the work of Ben Grant, Janis Hughes, and Richard Siegel. For more information call (803) 328-2787 or visit http://www.yorkcountyarts.org/#!visual-arts/c6ar.

Through July 3 – “The Art of Sleuthing” at the Museum and Gallery at the Heritage Green at Furman University in Greenville. Come experience the more “mysterious” side of the world of art. For more information call (864) 770-1331 or visit http://www.bjumg.org/exhibition-the-art-of-sleuthing/.

January 21 – February 14 – “Heart and Soul” at the Center Stage Theatre in Greenville. Spend the evening swaying to rhythm and blues classics, and Motown hits. For more information call (864) 233-6733 or visit http://centrestage.org/heart-soul/.

January 23 – Winter Bluegrass Jubilee at the Pickens High School in Pickens. Enjoy music by the Lonesome River Band, Last Road Bluegrass, West End String Band, and more, as well as attend a workshop or two. For more information call (864) 878-4257 or visit https://www.facebook.com/WinterBluegrassJubilee/.

January 23 – Wedding Festival at the Spartanburg Memorial Auditorium in Spartanburg. If you are getting married, this is the place to come to talk with a variety of vendors for all your planning needs. For more information call (800) 745-3000 or visit http://weddingfestivals.com/.

January 26 – February 10 – “Through the Night” at the Center Stage Theatre in Greenville. This is a tale about 6 interconnected black males who experience an unexpected phenomenon on the same evening that changes their lives forever. For more information call (864) 233-6733 or visit http://centrestage.org/through-the-night/.

January 28 – 31 – Upstate South Carolina Boat Show at the TD Convention Center in Greenville. If you are in the market for a boat, come out and see the vast variety that will be displayed and talk with the vendors about your needs and wants. For more information call (864) 233-2562 or visit http://tdconventioncenter.com/events/upstate-south-carolina-boat-show-3/.

January 29 – “Polish Baltic Philharmonic Orchestra” at the Brooks Center for the Performing Arts in Clemson. Straight from Gdansk, this group founded in 1945 is the largest musical institution in Northern Poland and is sure to provide you with an evening of enjoyable music. For more information call (864) 656-7787 or visit http://www.clemson.edu/centers-institutes/brooks/events/event.html?eventid=469372.

January 30 – Wedding Festivals Bridal Show at the TD Convention Center in Greenville. If you are getting married or thinking about it, this is the place to talk with a variety of vendors about planning, flowers, photography, invitations, attire, and much more. For more information call (800) 997-2499 or visit http://weddingfestivals.com/.

February 3 – 7 – Ringling Brothers and Barnum & Bailey Circus at the Bon Secours Wellness Arena in Greenville. See some of the most majestic animals, witness some of the most amazing feats, and be dazzled by all the circus has to offer. For more information call (864) 241-3800 or visit http://bonsecoursarena.com/event/ringling-brothers-2/.

February 5 – “An Evening with Meriwether Lewis” at the Fine Arts Center in Greenville. Brian Fox Ellis of Chicago will perform as Meriwether Lewis who will take you on the greatest adventure of his life. Event will include fabulous desserts. For more information call (864) 244-1499 or visit http://greenvillechautauqua.org/events/winter-chautauqua/.

February 6 – “Chamber Concert by the Foothills Philharmonic” at the Cannon Center in Greenville. Enjoy an evening of free entertainment by this wonderful group of musicians. For more information call (864) 268-8743 or visit http://www.foothillsphil.org/calendar.htm.

February 6 – South Carolina Horse Expo at the T. Ed Garrison Arena in Pendleton. Learn, show, network, or be entertained with an arena obstacle challenge at this annual event. A trail ride will coincide with this event. For more information call (803) 230-8810 or visit http://www.schorsemenscouncil.org/2016-expo.html.

February 6 – Sweetheart Charity Ball at the Hyatt Regency in Greenville. Event will include cocktails, hors d’ oeuvres, a three course dinner, a silent auction and entertainment by a comedian and music for dancing all to benefit Meals on Wheels. For more information call (864) 233-6565 or visit http://web.greenvillechamber.org/events/eventdetail.aspx?EventID=5369.

February 6 – 7 – “Meriwether Lewis: Journey into the Unknown” at Wade Hampton High School in Greenville. Learn about the adventures of Meriwether Lewis as performed by Brian Fox Ellis of Chicago who will take you on a journey you won’t soon forget. For more information call (864) 244-1499 or visit http://greenvillechautauqua.org/events/winter-chautauqua/.

Through January 23 – “Wait Until Dark” at the Aiken Community Playhouse in Aiken. A con man and two ex-convicts are in search of a mysterious doll that leads them to a couple who will prove to be their biggest match. For more information call (803) 648-1438 or visit http://aikenplayhouse.us/.

Through January 30 – “Ancient Sky Lore” at the DuPont Planetarium in Aiken. Learn about the various stars and constellations, while sharing the enchanted tales that go with many of them. Saturdays only. For more information call (803) 641-3654 or visit http://rpsec.usca.edu/planetarium/.

Through February 14 – “Wintertime” by Vernon Grant at the Museum of York County in Rock Hill. Enjoy viewing some of this famous local artists works revolved around wintertime. For more information call (803) 329-2121 or visit http://www.chmuseums.org/news/250/.

Through February 28 – “Only Owls” and “Carolina Landscapes” at the Museum of York County in Rock Hill. Be sure to visit the museum to learn about owls and participate in owl related activities, as well as enjoying the fabulous art work of Al Beyer. For more information call (803) 329-2121 or visit http://chmuseums.org/.

January 21 – “The Prince and the Pea” presented by the Children’s Theatre of Charlotte at the Clover School District Auditorium. Adults and children alike will enjoy this favorite fairy tale by Hans Christian Andersen. For more information call (803) 810-8000 or visit http://www.clover.k12.sc.us/csda.

January 23 – “Oliver West & 39 Express” and “Flatland Express” at the Haynes Auditorium in Leesville. Enjoy an evening of bluegrass at this 4th Saturday of each month event. For more information call (803) 582-8479 or visit http://www.haynesbluegrass.com/.

January 23 – “Bee Gees Tribute” at the Newberry Opera House in Newberry. Enjoy an evening filled with music played by this well known and loved former band. For more information call (803) 276-5179 or visit http://www.newberryoperahouse.com/.

January 26 – “Madame Butterfly: An Opera by Puccini” at the Newberry Opera House in Newberry. Enjoy an evening at this beautiful opera. For more information call (803) 276-5179 or visit http://www.newberryoperahouse.com/.

January 31 – Super Game Day at the Main Street Children’s Museum in Rock Hill. Wear your favorite team’s colors and spend the day participating in games and activities throughout the museum. For more information call (803) 327-6400 or visit http://chmuseums.org/event/1901/.

February 4 – “A Closer Walk with Patsy Cline” at the Clover School District Auditorium. Through this musical you will hear many of your Patsy Cline favorite, all while learning about the life of this famous musician. For more information call (803) 810-8000 or visit http://www.clover.k12.sc.us/Page/10424.

February 5 – 7 and 12 – 14 – “Almost Maine” at the Rock Hill Community Theatre in Rock Hill. Enjoy this delightful tale of a town where everyone falls in and out of love unexpectedly and often in very hilarious ways. For more information call (803) 326-7428 or visit http://www.rockhilltheatre.org/.

February 6 – Beginning Birders Workshop at the Museum of York County in Rock Hill. Learn how to identify the birds at your feeder as well as those you see on a hike. For more information call (803) 981-9182 or visit http://chmuseums.org/event/1902/.

LOWCOUNTRY:

Daily – “Day in the Life of a Sailor” at Charles Towne Landing State Historic Site in Charleston. Board the 17th Century sailing ketch and learn about the trade and travel of that period. For more information call (843) 852-4200 or visit http://www.southcarolinaparks.com/products/10003481.

Mondays – Coastal Kayaking at Huntington Beach State Park in Murrells Inlet. Enjoy some salt water kayaking on the marsh of this beautiful State Park. For more information call (843) 235-8755 or visit http://www.sout hcarolinaparks.com/products/10002638.

Tuesdays and Thursdays – Saturdays – Bulls Island Ferry Service and Eco Tour, starting at Garris Landing in Awendaw. Bulls Island is part of the Cape Romaine National Wildlife Refuge and can only be accessed by boat or by ferry. For more information call (843) 881-4582 or visit http://www.bullsislandferry.com/.

Wednesdays, Fridays and Saturdays – Myrtle’s Market at Mr. Joe White Avenue at Oak Street in Myrtle Beach. This local market is the place to get fresh produce for your vacation. For more information call (843) 918-4906 or visit http://www.cityofmyrtlebeach.com/market.html.

Fridays thru Tuesdays – Guided House Tours at Hampton Plantation State Historic Site in McClellanville. Learn about the prominent Colonial families that lived in the home and about the construction of the homes of that period. For more information call (843) 546-9361 or visit http://www.southcarolinaparks.com/products/10002645.

Third Saturdays – Craft Show at the Bi-Lo Palmetto Pavilion in Mount Pleasant. Event includes crafts by local artisans. For more information call (843) 884-0163 or visit https://www.facebook.com/ECCG3rdSaturdays.

Saturdays – Honey Horn Nature Walk at the Coastal Discovery Museum on Hilton Head Island. Enjoy a tour of some of the natural areas, as well as the gardens, at this beautiful site. For more information call (843) 689-6767 ext. 223 or visit http://www.coastaldiscovery.org/event-registration/?ee=3398.

Tuesday through Sunday – Guided Toursof the McLeod Plantation Historic Site in Charleston. This is a 60 acre plantation with one of the best intact examples of slaves quarters. For more information call (843) 762-2172 or visit http://www.mcleodplantation.org/.

January 22 – 23 – South Carolina Square and Round Dance Convention at the Springmaid Beach Resort and Conference Center in Myrtle Beach. Event will include two nights of dancing, with the varieties of dances to include square, contra, line, mainstream and advanced. For more information visit http://www.scsquaredance.com/stateconven.html.

January 22 – 24 – Charleston Jazz Festival at multiple locations throughout Charleston. Event will include the headliner concert of two time Grammy award winner Diane Schuur and 10 time Grammy award winner Arturo Sandoval. For more information visit http://chasjazzfestival.com/.

January 22 – February 7 – “A Streetcar Named Desire” at the Footlight Players Theater in Charleston. Find yourself in New Orleans on a rainy afternoon in this landmark drama where cultures clash. For more information call (843) 722-4487 or visit http://footlightplayers.net/.

January 26 – “Arlo Guthrie: Alice’s Restaurant 50th Anniversary Tour” at the Charleston Music Hal in Charleston. Enjoy an evening that will take you back in time to when this song was first written. For more information call (843) 853-2252 or visit http://charlestonmusichall.com/event/arlo-guthrie/.

January 29 – “A Night in the Valley” at Trident Technical College in Charleston. This black tie event will include a wine dinner and auction to support student scholarships, the student emergency fund, and other critical needs. For more information call (843) 574-6580 or visit http://www.tridenttech.edu/foundation/events/fd_ANIV.htm.

January 29 – 30 – National Shag Dance Championship Preliminaries at the Spanish Galleon and OD Beach & Golf Resort in North Myrtle Beach. Enjoy some of the best shag dancing in the world at this annual event. For more information call (843) 222-6706 or visit http://www.shagnationals.com/.

January 29 – 31 – Charleston Boat Show at the Charleston Area Convention Center in North Charleston. Attend workshops offered by various anglers, even one for kids; participate in a Charleston Pirate Tour to look for a treasure; and visit with the vendors. For more information call (864) 250-9713 or visit http://www.thecharlestonboatshow.com/.

January 30 – Hilton Head Snow Day at the Shelter Cove Community Park on Hilton Head Island. This family event will include a snow field, inflatable rides, and entertainment. For more information call (843) 681-7273 or visit http://www.islandreccenter.org/events/snow-day.

January 30 – 31 – Battle of Charleston Reenactment at Legare Farms on Johns Island. The event will be a timeline of American history to include the Pirate era, the American Revolutionary War, the Civil War, both World Wars, the Korean War and the Vietnam War. For more information call (843) 559-0788 or visit http://www.battleofchas.com/reenactors2.htm.

February 1 – 28 – Hilton Head Island Gullah Celebration at a variety of locations on Hilton Head Island. The entire month will be filled with art, performances, food, and much more all to celebrate the Gullah culture. For more information call (843) 255-7304 or visit http://www.gullahcelebration.com/.

February 5 – 7 – Winter Coin Show at the Exchange Park in Ladson. This event will allow you to find those one of a kind coins you have been searching for, to start your own collection, or just view some of the most rare and interesting coins in the world. For information call (843) 572-3161 or visit http://www.lowcountrycoinclub.com/news.

February 6 – 7 – Myrtle Beach Stamp and Postcard Show at the Clarion Hotel and Conference Center in Myrtle Beach. This show is for collectors, those interested in collecting, as well as those just interested in seeing some fabulous collections of rare and special stamps and postcards. For more information call (843) 347-0087 or visit http://www.stampshows.com/myrtlebeach_mbsc.html.

February 7 – Hilton Head Bridal Show at the Westin Resort and Spa on Hilton Head Island. If you are planning a wedding, this is the place to go to find everything you need to prepare your special event. For more information call (843) 384-5378 or visit http://www.hiltonheadmonthly.com/hilton-head-weddings.